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In short, no. Lyrica (which is basically the same as Gabapentin), is being used for nueropathic pain, but does NOT contain an opiate. Thus it is not a "pain killer" like vicoden (hydrocodone) or percocet (oxycodone). It will also take a while to build up in your system before you may see results.
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Is lyrica a benzo?
Lyrica is not in the benzodiazepine family of medications. Lyrica is used for the treatment of nerve pain and fibromyalgia.
Does anyone with Brown-Sequard syndrome have burning pain in their lower extremities and does Lyrica help or are more pain medications needed?
Lyrica helps with the burning pain in my leg and foot. I still need pain medicines for my back pain.
What are lyrica tablets for?
Lyrica tablets are a prescribed medication that are used to treat different ailments such as diabetic nerve pain, fibromyalgia pain, and spinal cord injury pain. It is also prescribe for some adults with seizures.
A pain killer is a?
A pain killer is an 'analgesic'.
Is lyrica habit forming?
Lyrica is used to treat pain from having diabetes. It is a drug that can be habit forming if taken long enough.
Is amoxicillin a pain killer?
Amoxicillin is not a pain killer, but an antibiotic.
Is voveran sr a pain killer?
Yes, it is a Pain killer.
Is Darvocet a pain killer?
Yes darvocet is a pain killer, not a very strong one but it is in fact a pain killer. It has propoxyphene in it.
What pain killer can you take with pradaxa?
what pain killer can I take with Pradaxa
What is the other name for lyrica?
Pregabalin goes by the brand name "Lyrica". It is similar to gabapentin or "neurontin" and is used for treatment of neuropathic pain, usually associated with fibromyalgia.
Can you use marijuana as a pain killer?
You can use marijuana as a pain killer. If you have glaucoma, it reduces the pressure in your eyes.it can be used to be a pain killer with cancer patients in chemo, & it can help with back pain, etc.
What is recommended to get rid of this pain as a first pain?
pain killer
